Pink Whisper 1002-2C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F9E5EA, estimated LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baby Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F9E5EA · 1002-2C
Pink Whisper
82%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pink Whisper Technical Profile
HEX Code#F9E5EA
RGB249, 229, 234
Estimated LRV82.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Pink Whisper
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Baby Pink
Benjamin Moore
#F9E4E9
Close digital match
My Sweetheart
Behr
#FBE7EC
Close digital match
Hepatica
Hirshfield's
#FBE5EA
Close digital match
Hepatica
Vista Paint
#F8E2E7
Close digital match
Rose Water
Dunn-Edwards
#FFE9ED
Close digital match
Candy Mix
PPG
#F3DFE3
Close digital match
Be Mine!
Dutch Boy
#F3E0E7
Close digital match
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
#F7DDE0
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Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
#F2E0DF
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#E2D6DB
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#E7DEDB
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Colors That Work With Pink Whisper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Whisper
#F9E5EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF8673
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Whisper Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Pink Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Whisper have?
Pink Whisper by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pink Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Whisper are Baby Pink by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), My Sweetheart by Behr (a close digital match), Hepatica by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pink Whisper's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pink Whisper?
Pink Whisper has a estimated lightness value of 82.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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